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Roberto Pla (born February 13, 1947) is a Colombian percussionist and bandleader based in London, England. Primarily a timbalero, he is best known for his contribution to the Latin music scene in the United Kingdom.
Whether as percussionist of choice for the UK’s pop bands (Joe Strummer, The Cure, Kate Bush, Boney M) or bandleader, composer and arranger, timbalero extraordinaire, Roberto Pla, has come to be known as The Godfather of Latin Music in the UK.
A master timbale player, Roberto Pla has given a new voice to the rhythmic sounds of his homeland of Colombia. Together with his brass-driven 14-piece, band, Latin Ensemble, Pla continues to weave his infectuous mix of salsa, cumbia, and Afro-Cuban jazz.
A master timbale player, Roberto Pla has given a new voice to the rhythmic sounds of his homeland of Colombia. Together with his brass-driven 14-piece, band, Latin Ensemble, Pla continues to weave his infectuous mix of salsa, cumbia, and Afro-Cuban jazz.
Aug 29, 2020 · 18. 462 views 3 years ago. Roberto Pla & his Latin Ensemble Cry Me A River, featuring Nolita Golding on vocals & Tracey Mendham on Tenor Sax. Recorded live at The Barbican Centre-LONDON UK...
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A master timbale player, Roberto Pla has given a new voice to the rhythmic sounds of his homeland of Colombia. Together with his brass-driven 14-piece, band, Latin Ensemble, Pla continues to weave his… Read Full Biography. STREAM OR BUY: Active. 1990s - 2000s. Genre. Latin, Classical. Styles. Latin Dance, Salsa, Chamber Music. Member Of.
